Santee's hand-washed shine, done by people.
100% manual hand car wash & full-service detailing on Magnolia Ave in Santee — no brushes and no tunnel. Pick a time and we'll know you're coming.
Deluxe Hand Wash
Exterior + interior, start to finish- Exterior hand wash, windows in & out
- Full interior vacuum
- Wheels & tires cleaned
- Air freshener
Pick your level of clean.
100% manual hand wash & detailing. Final price is confirmed at the shop — it can vary by vehicle size (EV extra).
Pick a day & time. We'll take it from there.
No payment needed online — just tell us when you're coming and a bit about your car. Pay at the wash when we're done.
You're on the books!
We may call or text you to confirm. Here's what we've got:
Need to change it? Just call (619) 562-0816.
Why a hand wash beats the tunnel.
Automatic tunnels drag the same dirty brushes across every car. We don't.
No brushes, no swirls
Soft mitts by hand, instead of the spinning brushes that leave swirl marks in a clear coat.
Detail you can trust
25+ years detailing everything from daily drivers to dually trucks and show cars.
In & out, fast
Many washes are finished while you wait — book ahead and we'll plan for you.
Book ahead online
Reserve your wash or detail from your phone instead of sorting it out at the counter.
Kick back while we work.
No standing around in the sun. Relax in our cool, air-conditioned lounge — grab a cold drink, a snack, even some ice cream — and we'll come and get you when your car is ready.
- Comfortable, air-conditioned indoor seating
- Cold sodas, water & drinks in the cooler
- Snacks, candy & Häagen-Dazs ice cream
- Out of the heat, rain & wind
Washed & detailed by hand.
From daily drivers to show cars — every vehicle gets the same hands-on care.
Drive on over.
Everything at Magnolia Car Wash.
Packages and prices, detailing, directions, and the answers to what people usually call and ask.
Hand Car Wash & Prices
Hand washes from $25, the popular Deluxe $30 — every package with live pricing.
Take a look →Auto Detailing
Complete details, interior and exterior, paste wax, silicon and ceramic hand wax.
Take a look →Book an Appointment
Pick a service, day and time in under a minute. No payment or deposit online.
Take a look →Directions & Hours
8931 Magnolia Ave, Santee — open 7 days, with an air-conditioned lounge.
Take a look →About the Shop
Hand washing on Magnolia Ave since 1998, and why we never installed a tunnel.
Take a look →Car Wash Near Me
Coming from El Cajon, Lakeside or La Mesa? Here is the drive and why people make it.
Take a look →What people ask before they book.
Is Magnolia Car Wash really a 100% hand wash?
Yes. Every vehicle is washed by hand, by people — no automatic tunnel, no spinning brushes, no cloth strips dragging the last car’s grit across your paint. Soft mitts and clean water are what touch your clear coat.
How much does a car wash cost in Santee?
A hand wash starts at $25 for cars and $30 for trucks, SUVs and vans. The most-booked package is the Deluxe Hand Wash — exterior hand wash, windows in and out, full interior vacuum, wheels and tires — at $30 for cars and $35 for large vehicles, with Super Deluxe and Total Look stepping up from there. EVs are extra. Every package with current pricing is listed on the wash packages page, and the final price is confirmed at the shop because it varies with vehicle size.
What are your hours?
We’re open seven days a week: Monday through Saturday 8am–6pm, and Sunday 8am–5pm. Online booking stays open right up until closing.
Do I need an appointment for a car wash?
Booking online is the surest way to get the day and time you want — it takes under a minute, no payment needed, and we have your car’s details before you arrive. Pick a service, choose a slot, and we’ll plan the day around it.
Where is Magnolia Car Wash in Santee?
We’re at 8931 Magnolia Ave, Santee, CA 92071 — on Magnolia Ave, the main north–south street through Santee, so you can get here from almost anywhere in East County without touching a freeway. Parking and the wash lanes are on site.